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Vishakhapatnam Sector Lighthouse

🇮🇳Old Gajuwaka, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Vishakhapatnam Sector Lighthouse

Located on the south side of the entrance to Vishakhapatnam's inner harbor, the Vishakhapatnam Sector lighthouse is a 23-meter tall, square, skeletal steel tower with a gallery. It is situated near Old Gajuwaka, 0.4 kilometers from the nearest port. The light characteristic is complex. This aid has not been active since 2015. The tower continues to be a visible feature in the area.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provided navigation for vessels entering and moving within Vishakhapatnam's inner harbor, a main port in India. Its light pattern identified the main entrance channel and an internal channel, helping to avoid groundings and collisions in a busy maritime area.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
square
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery

Location

City
Old Gajuwaka
Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Andhra Pradesh
Sea Region
south side of the entrance to the inner harbor of Vishakhapatnam, India
Latitude
17.6862°
Longitude
83.2933°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Significant events: inactive since 2015

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Visakhapatnam(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
F0974.4
NGA No.
26980
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Vishakhapatnam Sector Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vishakhapatnam Sector Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Visakhapatnam at 0.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Vizagapatanam (3.1 NM W), Gangavaram (4.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vishakhapatnam Sector Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vishakhapatnam Sector Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Vishakhapatnam Sector Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vishakhapatnam Sector Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.